September issue out now

The used-imports sector is calling on the government to review penalties under the clean vehicle standard (CVS) and offer scrappage credits as part of its revamp. VIA says the standard’s settings “need to be realistic” and achievable targets are crucial. Plus: other industry groups’ reaction to the scheme being retained.

Aimee Wiley outlines the MIA’s top three priorities for the next government – ensuring the second stage the CVS review is evidence-led, modernising rules holding new technology back and a focus on fleet renewal.

Well-known car dealer Paul Kelly has sold his business in Christchurch. He talks to Autofile about the company’s success, its new owners and his plans for the future

The Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association is urging its members to standardise car components. “We have a strong sense of crisis the industry is in,” says chairman Koji Sato. “Now is the time to evolve with the challenges we must face.”

Autofile talks to New Zealand delegates who attended this year’s Australian Automotive Dealer Association Convention and Expo – and what takeaways they’ve brought back.

More than 80 per cent of phone leads come from customers ready to book, confirm or buy. James Hendry, of AdTorque Edge, explains how dealers can make the most of them.

• The MTA reports there are still misunderstandings about accessing the motor-vehicle register. Larry Fallowfield provides some top compliance tips.

• 2 Cheap Cars issues market updates as the deadline for Sena & Co’s takeover bid is extended.

• VIA says a Financial Markets Authority report shouldn’t be taken as saying insurance policies sold by dealers are fundamentally wrong. 

• James Dalglish, of the Rental Vehicle Association, explains why the path to decarbonisation is unlikely to be defined by a sudden switch. “More realistically, it will be a gradual evolution.”

• The coalition, which has pledged to deliver 10,000 public EV chargers by 2030, has opened the second round of zero-interest loans to encourage private-sector investment.

Plus: The Kiwi leg of Mercedes-Benz’s global anniversary tour, motorsport, new cars, disputes, industry movers and in-depth statistics for August.